High Efficiency Video Coding
General Information
| Title | H.265 File Extension |
| Extension | .h265 |
| Full Form | High Efficiency Video Coding |
| File Type | Video File |
| Developer | ISO/IEC Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG) and ITU-T Video Coding Experts Group (VCEG) |
| MIME Type | video/h265 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Video compression |
| Additional Functions | High-quality streaming |
| Features | Improved compression, Lower bandwidth |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-definition |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Streaming Services | Yes |
| 4K/8K Video | Yes |
| Surveillance | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malicious code injection |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2013 |
| Latest Version | HEVC 2nd Edition (2019) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mp4, .mkv, .avi |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS |
 DivX Player |
Free, Pro version | Windows, Mac |
| PotPlayer |
Free | Windows |